SAFE
Beeswax
Apis mellifera wax (E901)
Possibly Safe
V2 Verified
Excipients & Additives
PubMed Studies
21
About
Natural wax from honeybee combs used as glazing agent, coating, and tablet lubricant. E901 (yellow beeswax) and E901 (white beeswax). Not suitable for vegans. Very safe natural excipient.
How it works (mechanism of action)
Acts on cellular signalling pathways relevant to the documented clinical indications. Contains bioactive compounds with enzyme-modulating, receptor-binding, or antioxidant properties studied in peer-reviewed literature.
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
Not suitable for vegans. Bee/honey allergy: very rare cross-reactivity possible. Generally very safe at excipient quantities.
🏷️ Other Names
Apis mellifera wax (E901)